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Hippopotamidae Collection (page 2)

"Hippopotamidae: Majestic Giants of the African Waters" Behold the skull of a pygmy hippo, a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy of these incredible creatures

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Pygmy elephant tooth

Pygmy elephant tooth shown here next to one of normal size. Discovered around 1901 by Dorothea Bate (1878 - 1951)

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: A Tropical Bathing-Place

A Tropical Bathing-Place
Plate 10 taken from The Life and Habits of Wild Animals, illustrated by designs by Joseph Wolf, London 1874

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Tooth of Hippopotamus amphibius

Tooth of Hippopotamus amphibius

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus amphibius, hippopotamus

Hippopotamus amphibius, hippopotamus
Plate 67 The Hippopotamus. Original watercolour drawing from The Naturalists Library, Mammalia, Vol. 2, 1833-1843, by Sir William Jardine (1800-1874)

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Ipswichian interglacial

Ipswichian interglacial
Possible scene in Trafalgar Square, London, during the Ipswichian interglacial period (135, 000-70, 000 years before present) with hyena, elephant, hippopotamus, and lion

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Thames Valley in the Ipswichian Interglacial

Thames Valley in the Ipswichian Interglacial
Artists impression of the Thames Valley during the Ipswichian interglacial (135, 000 to 70, 000 years before present), with an elephant, hyaena, and hippopotami

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Pygmy Hippopotamus (Choeropsis liberiensis) adult, underwater with fish, Singapore Zoo

Pygmy Hippopotamus (Choeropsis liberiensis) adult, underwater with fish, Singapore Zoo

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two adults, close-up of heads, fighting in water

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two adults, close-up of heads, fighting in water, Serengeti N. P
Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two adults, close-up of heads, fighting in water, Serengeti N.P. Tanzania, november

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult, close-up of head, standing in water

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult, close-up of head, standing in water, Queen Elizabeth N. P. Uganda
Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult, close-up of head, standing in water, Queen Elizabeth N.P. Uganda

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two immatures, close-up of heads, fighting in water

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two immatures, close-up of heads, fighting in water, Serengeti N. P
Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) two immatures, close-up of heads, fighting in water, Serengeti N.P. Tanzania, november

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult male, close-up of head, in water, Okavango Delta

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult male, close-up of head, in water, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) young, close-up of head, in water, Masai Mara, Kenya

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) young, close-up of head, in water, Masai Mara, Kenya

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult, walking, Masai Mara, Kenya

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult, walking, Masai Mara, Kenya

Background imageHippopotamidae Collection: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult male, yawning aggressive display in water

Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) adult male, yawning aggressive display in water, Okavango Delta, Botswana



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"Hippopotamidae: Majestic Giants of the African Waters" Behold the skull of a pygmy hippo, a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy of these incredible creatures. In an intimate moment, a female pygmy hippopotamus yawns while her young one looks on, showcasing their bond in captivity. Journey to Africa's Moremi Wildlife Reserve and witness a group of hippos standing at the water's edge, with a curious youngling venturing into the cool depths. Keeper Ernie Bowman shares a special connection with his beloved hippos Bobbie and Joan at London Zoo, capturing their playful nature. Travel back in time to July 1923 as we catch a black and white glimpse of Bobbie and Joan frolicking together at London Zoo. Step into September 1920 as baby hippo Joan delights visitors by munching away at London Zoo - an adorable sight frozen in time. Young Hippopotamus Bobbie finds comfort in his keeper's presence during their time together at London Zoo in 1927 - an endearing bond between man and beast. Meet Guy Fawkes, a female hippopotamus who mesmerizes spectators with her gaping poolside display circa 1900 - truly captivating. Witness another heartwarming moment from March 1927 as Hippopotamus Joan proudly introduces her male calf Jimmy to the world at London Zoo (b / w photo). As summer arrives in August 1927, young Hippopotamus Bobbie eagerly dives into his refreshing pool at London Zoo - pure joy captured forever. Hippos are not just impressive animals but also have interesting social dynamics within their groups which can be observed when they gather near water bodies like rivers or lakes. Their massive size doesn't hinder them from displaying affectionate behavior towards each other as seen in the close bond between a mother and her young calf. 13.